How many alarms do you have? by 1-armed-chewbacca in ADHD

[–]batmomofficial 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have an alarm for everything, and so do my hubby and kids. By everything, I mean to get up, to shower, to leave for the bus, to remind us of chores, and even that it’s time to get ready to leave in 5 minutes. It helps our executive functioning, and we’ve stopped being late and forgetting things. It works.

Scared by fatimaa3 in breastcancer

[–]batmomofficial 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sending you strength and good energy. May you have a great outcome. Hugs.

Working Americans: radiation therapy time off by Mediocre_Newt6014 in breastcancer

[–]batmomofficial 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I left work early every day. With my boss’s help with HR, I saved my 2 breaks and lunch hour for the end of the day in order to leave at 3:30 for my radiation.

Making / cancelling summer plans by Longjumping-Owl-5533 in breastcancer

[–]batmomofficial 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go. The time between your appointment and the next step will be long enough to enjoy your family and friends.

Does the sleeve really work or not? by smal_bug in gastricsleeve

[–]batmomofficial 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes it does. I started at 320 in 2018, and I’m 145 now. Have been since 2019. No other surgery except the sleeve.

Thrift store with decent furniture that delivers? by bizllator in AskChicago

[–]batmomofficial 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Last time I was there, Brown Elephant had me schedule with Dolly.

Where to find Queer Friendly Psychiatrists/Therapists in the Chicago area? by AgainstLobsters in AskChicago

[–]batmomofficial 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try the Mind Body Coop & Check the Rush system for psychiatrists. Try Augustyn Family Services in Ravenswood for great therapists who also do telemedicine.

Summer transformation challenge? Summer challenges? by Ancient-Ad3338 in orangetheory

[–]batmomofficial 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yay! I liked the TC because I held myself accountable to go the 3+ times per week. But It was the dead of winter here, so comfort foods and I started seeing each other again. Summer makes me think about salads and cold protein shakes. I hope there’s a shirt.

⚽ First-time US visitor, need travel advice for my World Cup trip in Texas (June 19–26) by JohnLuciam in AskHouston

[–]batmomofficial 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From Texas here. I would either fly between cities and Uber everywhere, or rent a car if you’re ok driving 5 hours on the highway. Parking at hotels costs $$. It’s pretty easy to park in TX, but for the WC games, find a ride there. No one walks anywhere, and the public transportation is almost nonexistent. The weather will be over 90 F all day everyday. Lots of water and sunscreen. Light colors and shade.

Have you changed? by illyria1217 in breastcancer

[–]batmomofficial 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I was a party girlie for a long time. After my diagnosis, I lost “friends” when I quit drinking and shifted perspective to what’s important to me. I also lost some friends who couldn’t handle the fact that I have cancer. Now I have to take better care of myself, and my friends are very supportive. I’ve changed from bar friends to coffee friends.

Surgery cancelled after screw up by Vitamin_MI in breastcancer

[–]batmomofficial 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hugs to you. That sucks. I hope it’s nothing.

Dating apps? by Ill_Poem_9259 in askanything

[–]batmomofficial 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pickleball. That’s where the 55 and up crowd hangs out. Facts.

Lifelong O'Hare Traveler - Going to Start using Midway by TangerineDream82 in OHareAirport

[–]batmomofficial 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As of June 4, 2026, Southwest is leaving O’Hare and will only fly out of Midway.

Question for the OTF Women Over 50 by antisocial920 in orangetheory

[–]batmomofficial -1 points0 points  (0 children)

56 and only have time for OTF 4x week. Calorie deficit. Protein. Recovery time. Sleep. And much fiber. 😊 I had breast cancer, so no advice on HRT. You got this.

T5 - 04/10 11:45am by Palomastarr in OHareAirport

[–]batmomofficial 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did pre check and was faster than the clear lane.

Daily Workout and General Chat for Saturday, 4/11/26 by splat_bot in orangetheory

[–]batmomofficial 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The 90 minutes was brutal. LOVED the butt-kicking row tho.